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# Connecting to Google cloud SQL

This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough for connecting your Google Cloud SQL instances—MySQL, MSSQL, or PostgreSQL—to the Tellius platform. Each section is tailored to help you configure connections, ensuring you have access to your data without interruptions.

We will cover:

* **Prerequisites**: What you need before starting.
* **Detailed Configuration**: Step-by-step instructions for creating and managing database connections.
* **Key Parameters**: Specific details like IP addresses, database names, ports, and user credentials needed for successful integration.


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